Lowerhouse win derby and will play at Old Trafford

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:32 pm

Congratulations to Lowerhouse who comprehensively beat Burnley today in the semi-final of the LCB Cup and will now contest the final at Old Trafford.

They won by 7 wickets.

bfcmik · Post by **bfcmik** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:46 pm

UTH!!!

Quickenthetempo · Post by **Quickenthetempo** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:54 pm

Great effort to get to the final of a tough competition.

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:55 pm

Whoop whoop.

Is the date of the game already known?

DAVETHEVICAR · Post by **DAVETHEVICAR** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:56 pm

They will play Ormskirk who beat Ramsbottom by 4 wickets

bfcmik · Post by **bfcmik** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:56 pm

September 3rd

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:59 pm

bfcmik wrote:September 3rd

That's a football free weekend I think...

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:03 pm

Why would anyone congratulate Burnley losing at anything, even a nothing game like cricket?

Chester Perry · Post by **Chester Perry** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:03 pm

They should have been playing Burnley at Liverpool rd that day

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:08 pm

Amazing day.

[url=http://www.lowerhousecc.com/old-traffor ... owerhouse/]Full details[/url] of final - Burnley league game now moved to the 2nd

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:33 pm

cricketfieldclarets wrote:Why would anyone congratulate Burnley losing at anything, even a nothing game like cricket?

1 - the congratulations are to Lowerhouse Cricket Club who are a Burnley based team and they also advertise on this site. It was brilliant having the two Burnley teams in the semis, just a shame they couldn't avoided each other and both get to the final.

2 - cricket is a fantastic game. You might not like it but many on this board do.

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:36 pm

Trounced.

Photos might follow.

Some great performances today including a stunning catch by Joe Halstead and a great spell of bowling from Joe Hawke,

Captain and the Pro saw us home.

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 8:33 pm

Dressinggown wrote:Trounced.

Photos might follow.

Some great performances today including a stunning catch by Joe Halstead and a great spell of bowling from Joe Hawke,

Captain and the Pro saw us home.

Thought there might be a full album for this one

Bin Ont Turf · Post by **Bin Ont Turf** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 8:53 pm

You only picture when you win
Picture when you wiiiiin
You only picture when you win

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:00 pm

(No picture).

Edited.

Bin Ont Turf · Post by **Bin Ont Turf** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:05 pm

Dressinggown wrote:(No picture).

Edited.

Don't be like that

I actually enjoy the pictures.

Dark Cloud · Post by **Dark Cloud** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:30 pm

Up the 'Ouse!! A comfortable win! (Dressinggown too squiffy to even take a photo it seems!)

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:39 pm

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:42 pm

Dark Cloud · Post by **Dark Cloud** » Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:43 pm

Well when it came it was certainly worth waiting for!!

(Even though I'm not on it!

)

Houseclaret · Post by **Houseclaret** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 12:01 am

Dark Cloud wrote:Well when it came it was certainly worth waiting for!! (Even though I'm not on it! )

So was the result........UTH

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 12:01 am

Old Trafford awaits for Little Old Lowerhouse
by Adam Hope | 20 Aug, 2017
To top off an amazing weekend, Lowerhouse have beaten town rivals Burnley in the semi final of the Lancashire Cup. The final will be played at Emerates Old Trafford, on Sunday 3rd September, 12.30pm start versus Ormskirk who beat Ramsbottom today in the other semi.
An amazing performance with the ball and especially in the field restricted Burnley, who lost the toss to 60-8. A classic case of #DigIn especially from Tom Lawson saw them get to 132 in the final over before being bowled out. Joe Halstead, Charlie, Dean and Joe Hawke all took outstanding catches.
Lowerhouse lost Dean Barlow early on but a 108 partnership from Ben and Ocki steadied the ship . Ben got his second half century of the weekend in a classy patient innings, falling on 63.
Renditions from the stand of “You are my Lowerhouse, my only Lowerhouse” sang loud and proud as House got the bragging rights (for a couple of weeks, until we meet in the League)
More details of the final, travel and full arrangements to follow. It will be a day to remember, watching your club play in a world class stadium, competing for the title of best in Lancashire!
Tell your family, friends, work colleague and that bloke who lives next door who you don’t really speak to.
This will definitely be a day for the History Books.
Up The House!

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 8:14 am

cricketfieldclarets wrote:Why would anyone congratulate Burnley losing at anything, even a nothing game like cricket?

Lowerhouse is my local team, and the boy plays down there. It's a great set up, and just to see the time and effort the people go to, to help the young lads develop is great to see.
I'd never stepped foot into the ground until the start of this season, but feel very much a house fan and part of the club now.

You don't need to even like cricket.

When footy isn't on, there's nothing better than a few cold beers sat in the sun.
Watching some good cricket is a bonus.

Might make the trip over.

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 10:10 am

Dressinggown wrote:Pah.

You seem well connected to Lowerhouse, is there any chance you could put details up of any ticket or travel arrangements the club may make?
Cheers

RocketLawnChair · Post by **RocketLawnChair** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 10:59 am

MACCA wrote:You seem well connected to Lowerhouse, is there any chance you could put details up of any ticket or travel arrangements the club may make?
Cheers

I'm sure Dressinggown can help MACCA. I would imagine forum members Hopey and Arise sir charge will be putting up the full travel details on here shortly provided the mods are ok with it.

I can confirm however at this point that the club will definitely be organising travel to and from OT. I think they will be expecting to take around 400 members/supporters perhaps more.

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 11:04 am

RLC - cheers thank you. Hoping to take the boy, he seems to have taken to cricket, but hasn't got a clue on the rules, positions, lingo etc as he has only been playing 6 months.

Ben took a PE lesson at his school one day, and said get down as he was decent for a first time player.

6 months later he's playing every week and can't get enough of cricket!

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 11:06 am

RocketLawnChair wrote:I would imagine forum members Hopey and Arise sir charge will be putting up the full travel details on here shortly provided the mods are ok with it.

No problem at all with it

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 11:17 am

MACCA wrote:I'd never stepped foot into the ground until the start of this season, but feel very much a house fan and part of the club now.

Once is enough, they grab you and don't let go. I went to a Lowerhouse v Rishton game a few years ago when tybfc sponsored it. I was grabbed by Stan Heaton and David Wren who were trying to push me into becoming a member. They both knew that my loyalties have always been on the other side of town when it comes to cricket.

On the subject of Dave Wren. It's clear that his good work down at Lowerhouse is being continued and I saw the post from arise_sir_charge further up the thread that it was he who got the Lancs League clubs into this competition in the first place.

I did say have a good day - I'm damn sure they will. OT will have never seen anything like it.

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 1:11 pm

Full details below (also available on our website):

LCB Knock Out Cup Final 2017
Lowerhouse CC v Ormskirk CC
Venue : Emirates Old Trafford
Date Sunday 3rd September 2017
Time 11.00am

There are two organised modes of travel as follow

a) By coach and bus depart Lowerhouse CC 9.30am by coach and bus (Boarding 9.00am and return after the game)
Adults £10.00 with Children 17 & under £5.00 Txt bookings to Frank 07939624685 or DM Twitter /Facebook name and numbers, All bookings must be made by Monday 28/8/17 to secure seat ideally payment v Hassy Saturday 26/8 or Burnley 2/9
b) A significant number have asked to travel via Train as such:

Depart Rose Grove Platform 1 at 8.35am
Alternatively Depart Burnley Manchester Road Platform 2 at 8.39am
Arrives Manchester Victoria 9.36am
Northern Duo Fare where two travel together means fare for two people is £15.10 return so buddy up
Manchester Victoria via Tram to St Peters Square
Assuming trains on time opportunity to alight at St Peter’s and visit The WaterHouse Wetherspoons for a power half hour before taking the tram to Old Trafford Fare £3.20 return

Reverse mode on the way back with the cup

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 1:14 pm

Entry is FREE I forgot to add.

And on behalf of the club, we welcome you to come whether your a cricket fan or not, or a Burnley CC fan - more the merrier. Support the town and the league!

This is the first time a Lancashire League teams made the final.

RocketLawnChair · Post by **RocketLawnChair** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 4:28 pm

MACCA wrote:RLC - cheers thank you. Hoping to take the boy, he seems to have taken to cricket, but hasn't got a clue on the rules, positions, lingo etc as he has only been playing 6 months.

Ben took a PE lesson at his school one day, and said get down as he was decent for a first time player.

6 months later he's playing every week and can't get enough of cricket!

Fantastic to hear that your boy is enjoying the cricket and you enjoy our club MACCA, We try our best. I don't know if you are into your social media but the club provides excellent social media coverage through Twitter Facebook and also a website that is second to none.

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 5:16 pm

RocketLawnChair wrote:Fantastic to hear that your boy is enjoying the cricket and you enjoy our club MACCA, We try our best. I don't know if you are into your social media but the club provides excellent social media coverage through Twitter Facebook and also a website that is second to none.

Sadly I don't believe in Fakebook, and this site is my only form of unsocial media.

I'll take a look at the website, and pin it to my favourites for ease.

Seems a lot of Lowerhouse fans/members use this site, I am sure I'll start meeting you all 1 by 1 away from here down at the ground. ( if I haven't already )

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 8:03 pm

Well next time your down Macca ask for me (Adam - I run the website et al and I'll get you a pint (offer not open to everyone haha))

Dean Barlow catch was phenomenal

More photos on the website

Bin Ont Turf · Post by **Bin Ont Turf** » Mon Aug 21, 2017 8:10 pm

I think I may just pop down myself.

Like has been said, even though it's Lowerhouse in the final they are representing our league.

Come on Thouse.

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 8:12 am

We've filled a coach already. We have 6 available.

We've added a family of 4 ticket for £25. Adults £10.00 with Children 17 & under £5.00.

PM me if you want on the coach!

Don't forget - FREE ENTRY!

More details

Claretlad · Post by **Claretlad** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 11:32 am

Well done to Lowerhouse CC ....all the best in the final....

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 5:28 pm

Further information;
Update as more and more information evolves across the week:

Frank is in communication with LCB who are in logistical discussion with Lancashire County Cricket Club regarding match day logistics. We are expecting confirmation of arrangements once finalised to be released later this week, albeit we have some updates already

Supporters Info:

Pavilion Terrace will be open
Stands either side will be open i.e.
LeasingOptions.co.uk (Stand A)
The Point (Grand Stand E)

Hot & cold food will be available as some concessions will be open on the day and the Members Bar within the Pavilion will be open

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 8:28 pm

That's an old plan - no mention of the James Anderson End

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 9:33 pm

Hopey wrote:

Further information;
Update as more and more information evolves across the week:

Frank is in communication with LCB who are in logistical discussion with Lancashire County Cricket Club regarding match day logistics. We are expecting confirmation of arrangements once finalised to be released later this week, albeit we have some updates already

Supporters Info:

Pavilion Terrace will be open
Stands either side will be open i.e.
LeasingOptions.co.uk (Stand A)
The Point (Grand Stand E)

Hot & cold food will be available as some concessions will be open on the day and the Members Bar within the Pavilion will be open

I'm pleased that the LCB are offering a choice of seating at the better end of the ground along with the free admission. The best view is from the seats below The Point which are steeper than the others. However, if it's a nice day they may be in shadow (nice day - Manchester ?). More importantly, does anyone know if the Pavilion Bar has any real ale on ? I'm expecting £5 a pint ?

RocketLawnChair · Post by **RocketLawnChair** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 9:35 pm

ClaretTony wrote:That's an old plan - no mention of the James Anderson End

We have asked if we can bowl all our overs from the Brian Statham End CT !!!!

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 9:37 pm

RocketLawnChair wrote:We have asked if we can bowl all our overs from the Brian Statham End CT !!!!

That's fine by me - was brought up watching Statham & Higgs

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 9:44 pm

Dressinggown wrote:I'm pleased that the LCB are offering a choice of seating at the better end of the ground along with the free admission. The best view is from the seats below The Point which are steeper than the others. However, if it's a nice day they may be in shadow (nice day - Manchester ?). More importantly, does anyone know if the Pavilion Bar has any real ale on ? I'm expecting £5 a pint ?

£4.40 a real ale at the Test Match.

The only dressinggown I know drinks double vodka kopparbergs though...

Dressinggown · Post by **Dressinggown** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 10:26 pm

Hopey wrote:£4.40 a real ale at the Test Match.

The only dressinggown I know drinks double vodka kopparbergs though...

You've got the wrong bloke. I only drink double doubles and the Koppabergs are merely a mixer. I make my own special cocktails at home which have a slight twist on your usual bar offerings. Following the 2004 Worsley Cup victory I had a soiree back at my abode. The local off licence was emptied and late on we were running short of beverages. Fortunately, I had a few bottles of decent vodka stowed away for such occasions and, thus, the 'Taste of Summer' was conceived:

Ingredients: A pitcher to share between 2.

1 litre of Vodka.
Ice

I have estimated that to purchase my usual alcohol intake at the cricket from the bar at Old Trafford, using a pint at £4.40 as a rough guide, I will spend in the region of £1200.

Somethingfishy · Post by **Somethingfishy** » Tue Aug 22, 2017 11:47 pm

I'm a regular attendee at Lowerhouse..can often be found sat in front of the clubhouse with my daughter (when she isnt climbing the trees or messing with her ball) . I have been to the odd away game this season too. Clitheroe twice to see it abandoned twice and Bacup for the T20 when it poured down. I start on nights when they play at OT and usually i would be in bed until the early afternoon to acclimatize myself but no way I am missing this..so up at 9 it is and by the time i go to bed I will have been up just over 21 hours.

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Wed Aug 23, 2017 6:41 am

Somethingfishy wrote:I'm a regular attendee at Lowerhouse..can often be found sat in front of the clubhouse with my daughter (when she isnt climbing the trees or messing with her ball) . I have been to the odd away game this season too. Clitheroe twice to see it abandoned twice and Bacup for the T20 when it poured down. I start on nights when they play at OT and usually i would be in bed until the early afternoon to acclimatize myself but no way I am missing this..so up at 9 it is and by the time i go to bed I will have been up just over 21 hours.

Commitment to the cause that pal!

Travel update: 2nd coach nearly full. We have more...

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 28, 2017 2:59 pm

230 confirmed on the buses. Today is the last day to reserve a seat. Give me a shout if anyone is interested

Quickenthetempo · Post by **Quickenthetempo** » Mon Aug 28, 2017 3:21 pm

Going to be a tough game for Lowerhouse, Ormskirk have just qualified for the national league final.

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 28, 2017 5:05 pm

And are only 64 points clear at the top of the Liverpool Comp.

It's the occasion though... Old Trafford!

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 28, 2017 5:07 pm

240 seats now..

Hopey · Post by **Hopey** » Mon Aug 28, 2017 6:32 pm

250. Worlds gone mad